Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play
This luxurious mountain cabin sits atop a knoll overlooking a very large, stocked trout pond ready for fishing. Enjoy grilling out on the home's deck with the new grill while taking in the beautiful view, or just relaxing on the porch by candlelight listening to the cascading water over the rocks of the stream running to the side of the house.
Inside you'll find a very large great room with a combination living/kitchen/dining room which is perfect for relaxing entertainment by the wood-burning, native stone fireplace---perfect on the chilly mountain nights. The living room is equipped with a new HD Television and Blu-Ray/DVD player, as well as DirecTV satellite TV with movie and sports channel packages. The home has wireless, Fiber optic high-speed internet access. The kitchen is equipped with all utensils, as well as virtually all baking, grilling, and other cooking tools that you'll need to prepare a gourmet meal. New glassware and dinnerware sets for 8 are stocked in the cabinets. A coffee maker with permanent filter, toaster, convection toaster oven, and microwave oven are in the home, as are a new washer and dryer set.
This home has just recently been placed on VRBO and has new furnishings, linens, and high-end mattresses. The master BR has a King-sized bed and the second BR is a Queen-sized mattress. Sheets are 1000-thread count. The living room has a suitably comfortable sleeper sofa (Queen). Both bedrooms have new HDTV televisions with complete DirecTV channel packages.
Originally a summer camp over fifty years ago, the property on which the home now sits is a private, family estate comprised of 66 mountainous acres with two ponds that are fed by 3 streams that all originate on the property. The home sits on the footprint of what was the camp's headmaster's cabin. The original native stone steps lead up the hill to the deck giving the cabin unique, historic character.
There are only two cabins on this camp now, although the tract of land is very large---66 acres---so the two homes on this property remain private from one another. A small mountain separates the two and they are not within sight or hearing range of the other.
There are two small fields at the top of the mountain that are perfect for playing games with the family and throwing balls to the dogs, etc. Unused gravel roads and trails wind through the property and are perfect for leisurely strolls, short hikes, and dog-walking. There are some hidden trails in the forest for those that are brave-hearted that like outright bushwhacking! Kids absolutely love playing in the streams on the property sifting through the water looking for 'rubies' in the rocks and throwing pebbles in the pond.... And the trout-fishing is loads of fun. The largest pond is about an acre and has an outbuilding/garage overlooking that's used as an entertainment site with a very large deck for grilling, eating out, or just relaxing while watching the kids fish.
Structural relics of the old summer camp still exist throughout the property---stone foundations from the dining hall, a stone amphitheater in a mountain cove, old stone outdoor fireplaces, etc.----all making for interesting outdoor exploration.
This property is much more than a rental home---it's an adventure!
(Note: This is a newly added VRBO home, so look at my other home on the property if you'd like to see more reviews from former guest look at property number 350504. If this home is booked for the dates that you're interested in, then I suggest you consider the other home as well).
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Weddings, family events considered. See agreement.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 75 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Very pet-friendly for trained flea-medicated dogs
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
The home is non-smoking.
Traveler must complete and return the attached rental agreement within 24 hours of booking for confirmation.
Guest must comply with additional tenant rules and policies as described in rental agreement.
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Property # 565064
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Weddings, family events considered. See agreement.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Brevard
Located in Brevard, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Traveling with kids? Consider Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute, or check out an event or a game at Silversteen Memorial Stadium. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
Western Carolina University - 55 min drive - 71.5 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - 12 min drive
Dining Hall - 12 min drive
Forks of the River Taproom - 4 min drive
Country Skillet - 9 min drive
Riverside Pizza - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play ?
As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play on Oct 5, 2026 start from $330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play located?
This family-friendly Brevard cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Pisgah National Forest and French Broad River. Champion Park and Gorges State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
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Awesome home! Very clean, great central location to several things I have visited in both directions. Quiet, safe for our girls adventure week, spacious, all the amenities needed! We didn't have time to explore the land at the home, but I'd love to stay again one day. Great hosts, excellent communication & reasonable price.
This was our third stay at this property. We love the privacy, ability to bring the dog, location near Brevard and many hiking trails. It is clean and stocked with anything you could need. The host is responsive and thoughtful.
House was really clean and well equipped. The property is lovely. My son didn’t catch any trout in the trout pond, but other than that, it was a great experience!
We had a great time staying here. The cabin is well-stocked and cozy and is located close to hiking and biking opportunities, which is what we were looking for. We’d definitely stay here again!
Excellent property in a great location! Everything was in great clean working condition. Will definitely recommend for a nice relaxing stay for couples or family!
We had a great time at this property. My boys, 9 & 10, fished and explored while we watched and enjoyed our coffee from the deck. If we come back to the area, will definitely be staying here again!
Our stay was great. The property is well taken care of. It’ a quiet place with nice trails, good place to camp with the kids, and a peaceful setting. My family enjoyed to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
About the host
Hosted by David DeLozier
Just a bit about me. I live full-time in Atlanta but am a Western North Carolina native. As a child growing up in the area I loved spending time outdoors and some of my fondest memories were attending Gwynn Valley summer camp in Brevard and hiking in Pisgah Forest. I’ve owned the property where you’ll be staying for about 20 years and previously shared it with my mother and her husband, and now look forward to retiring there myself---hopefully sooner than later! My son,10, loves ‘adventures’ on the property and learning to fish, and I really enjoy gardening, hiking, and anything outdoors as I’m ‘trapped’ in the office in Atlanta most of the time! I’m an amateur botanist/naturalist (most people don’t like to hike with me because I stop to ‘look’ at things all the time!) and the mountains are my escape from city life. I’m counting the days until I return to my mountain home where I'm truly happiest. I'm honored to be the custodian of this beautiful property and share it with my family and friends, and my sincere intent is to have them love and appreciate it as much as we do.
Why they chose this property
This property is unlike others as it's located on the footprint of a very old summer camp that has old native stone walls, beautiful old stone foundations from buildings like archeological sites, old roads weaving through the property now just trails for walks that go nowhere. Privacy and room to play is what the property offers. Fire pits, picnic tables, an old stone amphitheater built into a mountain cove make things special for family gatherings. All of this 15 minutes from Brevard, 20 minutes from Pisgah Forest with the hiking, waterfalls, and unique mix of cultural offerings, such as the summer Brevard Music Festival and great restaurants, shopping, art and music in this small, mountain town is truly unique. My dream was to share the property with my family and friends, and guests, in hopes that they love and appreciate it as much as I do. The property is large and very private with only two homes. It offers plenty of room to explore and a perfect place for kids and dogs to play outdoors. It's close to town, less than an hour away from Asheville yet just down the road from Gorges State Park, rafting and canoeing, fly fishing and a stocked trout pond right on the property.
What makes this property unique
This home has a commanding view of the property as it sits on the same footprint of the former head counselor/camp director's home of decades past. It's located on a small knoll at the bottom of a mountain overlooking the large trout pond, overlooking shop/entertainment building, old stone foundations, fire pit, picnic tables and abundant green lawns and gardens that are the primary features of property. While this listing says 'cabin' it's truly a home with all of the amenities that you'll need as it's very well equipped. One other unique feature is that the driveway comes right up to the home's garage that provides easy access (only 2 steps from garage floor to rear entrance) for my older guests or those with mobility issues.